IN ADDITION The Texas Register is required by statute to publish certain documents, including applications to purchase control of state banks, notices of rate ceilings, changes in interest rate and applications to install remote service units, and consultant proposal requests and awards. To aid agencies in communicating information quickly and effectively, other information of general interest to the public is published as space allows. Texas Alternative Fuels Council Invitation to Propose The Texas Alternative Fuels Council was created by the Texas Legislature (Senate Bill 737, Acts of 73rd Legislature, Regular Session, 1993) to coordinate a comprehensive statewide program to support the use of environmentally beneficial alternative fuels in vehicle fleets owned by state and local governments, political subdivisions and other eligible entities. The Council's programs are intended to both accelerate the transition to alternative fuels and ease its financial impact on state and local governments. The Council is to utilize the alternative fuels conversion fund to finance programs and activities supporting or encouraging the use of alternative fuels. Pursuant to Texas Natural Resources Code, sec.113.284(b), the Texas Alternative Fuels Council (hereinafter AFC) hereby solicits offers from qualified entities, including state agencies, cites counties, school districts, mass transit authorities or departments, individuals, businesses (including Historically Underutilized Business), institutions of higher education, and health care facilities for grants for alternative fuel conversion and infrastructure projects that initiate or expand the use of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs). Proposal may include, but are not limited to, the conversion of existing late model vehicles or the incremental costs of original equipment manufactured (OEM) AFVs. Vehicles that will be considered include, but are not limited to, the following: heavy- and light-duty trucks, school and transit buses, sanitation vehicles, law enforcement vehicles, vans, passenger cars, vehicles used for monitoring local utility usage, and other special-use vehicles. Organizations responding should be capable of providing fleet operations and maintenance support for their vehicles. In determining which projects to fund, emphasis will be placed on projects that directly place alternative fuel vehicles on the road and/or develop refueling infrastructure, that provide matching funds from their own revenues or from other sources such as private ventures or other sources of funding, and that demonstrate life-cycle savings or other savings. Substantial funds will be directed to Texas non-attainment areas, taking into consideration both the non- attainment areas, taking to consideration both the non-attainment level and the percentage of emissions contributed by mobile sources. Priority will also be given to borderline non-attainment areas and other areas where aggressive fuel programs could help prevent the area's air quality from deteriorating to non- attainment levels. The following fuels are eligible as "alternative fuels" for purposes of qualifying for funds: "natural gas (compressed or liquified); liquified petroleum gas (LPG or propane); electricity; methanol or methanol/gasoline blends of 85% (M85) or greater; ethanol or ethanol/gasoline blends of 85% (E85) or greater; or hydrogen." It is anticipated that each allocation will range between $25,000 and $250, 000, depending on the project's scope, leveraged or matching funds, and other resources. The total cost of a project may exceed the amount of funding provided by the Council, for example, by securing matching funds for the project. Up this Request for Proposal. The selection committee may choose not to fund any of the proposals received in response to this Request for Proposal or to award any portion of the funds. The following schedule will be strictly adhered to in all actions relative to this procurement: From February 1, 1994, to April 1, 1994, applicants may submit questions and a notice of their intent to submit a proposals to AFC. All proposals must be received by close of business at 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on Friday, April 1, 1994, at the following address: Texas Alternative Fuels Council, Sam Houston State Office Building, Room 104, 201 East 14th Street, Austin, Texas, 78701. An application is considered filed when actually received in the AFC office, or when postmarked showing the application was received and accepted by the United States Postal Service, a common carrier, or its equivalent at least four calendar days prior to April 1, 1994. Following the evaluation of the proposals, a complete list of successful applicants will be published in the Texas Register. A proposers conference will behalf in Austin on Friday, February 18, 1994, from 10:00 a.m to Noon in Room 118, Stephen F. Austin State Office Building, 1700 North Congress Avenue, for the purpose of reviewing the application and answering and questions regarding the application and the evaluation process. Any proposer with questions is encouraged to attend. After this conference, only those questions pertinent to the understanding of the Request for Proposal will be answered. Questions will be received at the Texas Alternative Fuels Council, Sam Houston Office Building, Room 104, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3262 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Questions may also be sent via facsimile between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on or before April 1, 1994. Any contract resulting from this Request for Proposal shall contain provisions prescribe by the AFC prohibiting discrimination in employment. For more information and a Copy of the Application Contact: Texas Alternative Fuels Council, Sam Houston State Office Building, Room 104, 2012 East 14th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 463-3262. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435256 Garry Mauro Chairman Texas Alternative Fuels Council Filed: January 27, 1994 Office of the Attorney General Texas Clean Air Act Enforcement Settlement Notices Notice is given by the State of Texas of the following proposed resolution of an environmental enforcement lawsuit under the Texas Clean Air Act. Section 382.096 of the Texas Health and Safety Code provides that before the State may settle a judicial enforcement action under the Clean Air Act, the State shall permit the public to comment in writing on the proposed judgment. The Attorney General will consider any written comments and may withdraw or withhold consent to the proposed agreed judgment if the consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the Texas Clean Air Act. Case Title and Court . City of Houston, Texas and State of Texas v. Scott Apple and Four Seventy Corporation, Cause Number 88-45572 in the 269th District Court of Harris County, Texas. Nature of Defendant's Operations. Scott Apple and Four Seventy Corporation own and/or operate a commercial motor vehicle sales facility which allegedly did not comply with provisions of the Texas Clean Air Act relating to emission control devices. Proposed Agreed Judgment . The proposed Agreed Final Judgment contains provisions for civil penalties. Civil Penalties and Attorney's Fees. The judgment requires the Defendant to pay $1,500 in civil penalties plus court costs to the City of Houston and $1,000 in civil penalties plus $500 in attorney's fees to the State of Texas. For a complete description of the proposed settlement, the complete proposed Agreed Final Judgment should be reviewed. Requests for copies of the judgment, and written comments on the judgment, should be directed to Susan Theisen, Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General, P.O. Box 12548, Austin, Texas 78711-2548, (512) 463-2012. Written comments must be received by March 4, 1994, at 5:00 p.m. Written comments may be sent by facsimile machine to Susan Theisen at (512) 320-0052. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 26, 1994. TRD-9435239 Jerry Benedict Assistant Attorney General Office of the Attorney General Filed: January 26, 1994 Comptroller of Public Accounts Notice of Request for Proposals Notice of Request for Proposals. The Office of the Comptroller of Public Accounts (Comptroller) announces its Request for Proposals (RFP) for a management and performance review of the University Interscholastic League (UIL). The purpose of the RFP is to obtain proposals to perform a comprehensive review of the effectiveness and efficiency of the financial, program, and management policies of the UIL. The review will examine ways to contain or reduce costs, improve management strategies, and maximize services to member schools in a cost effective manner. The review shall also evaluate the UIL rulemaking process and determine the efficiency and effectiveness of the current UIL governance structure. The successful proposer will be expected to begin performance of the contract on or about March 21, 1994. Contact. Parties interested in submitting a proposal should contact the Comptroller of Public Accounts, Senior Legal Counsel's Office, 111 East 17th Street, Room G26, Austin, Texas 78774, (512) 475-0866, to obtain a complete copy of the RFP. The RFP will be available for pick-up at the previously referenced address on Tuesday, February 8, 1994, between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central Zone Time (CZT), and during normal business hours thereafter. Closing Date. Proposals must be received in the Senior Legal Counsel's Office no later than 4:00 p.m. (CZT), on Tuesday, March 8, 1994. Proposals received after this time and date will not be considered. Award Procedure. All proposals will be subject to evaluation by a committee based on the evaluation criteria set forth in the RFP. The committee will determine which proposal best meets these criteria and will make a recommendation to the deputy comptroller, who will make a recommendation to the Comptroller. The Comptroller will make the final decision. A proposer may be asked to clarify its proposal, which may include an oral presentation prior to final selection. The Comptroller reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals submitted. The Comptroller is under no legal or other obligation to execute a contract on the basis of this notice or the distribution of an RFP. Neither this notice nor the RFP commits the Comptroller to pay for any costs incurred prior to the execution of a contract. The anticipated schedule of events is as follows: Issuance of RFP-February 8, 1994, 3:00 p.m. (CZT); Mandatory Letter of Intent and Questions Due-February 17, 1994, 4:00 p.m. (CZT); Proposals Due-March 8, 1994, 4:00 p.m. (CZT); and Contract Execution-March 16, 1994, or as soon thereafter as possible. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1994. TRD-9435396 Tres Lorton Senior Legal Counsel Comptroller of Public Accounts Filed: January 31, 1994 Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner Notice of Rate Ceilings The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in Texas Civil Statutes, Title 79, Article 1.04, as amended (Texas Civil Statutes, Article 5069-1.04). [graphic] Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 24, 1994. TRD-9435275 Al Endsley Consumer Credit Commissioner Filed: January 27, 1994 Texas Education Agency Correction of Error In the January 25, 1994, issue of the Texas Register (19 TexReg 535), an error as published appears in the "In Addition Section", Request for Application #701- 94-009. In the section of the RFA titled "Dates of project," the concluding sentence was omitted. The sentence should read: "Applicants should plan for a starting date of Monday, September 1, 1994, and an ending date of Wednesday, August 31, 1995." Employees Retirement System of Texas Request for Proposals In accordance with Texas Insurance Code, Article 3.50-2, sec. 4, as amended, the Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) announces a Request for Proposals (RFP) to underwrite a dental indemnity plan under the Texas Employees Uniform Group Insurance Program (UGIP). Proposals will include, but no be limited to, schedules of benefits to be provided, terms of coverage, and guaranteed rates. Enrollment by employees and retirees in dental coverage is voluntary. The premium is payroll deducted but is fully paid by participating employees and retirees. Firms wishing to respond to this request must be licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance and have superior recognized expertise and specialization in underwriting and administering group dental insurance plans in the State of Texas. The RFP instructions which detail information regarding the project are available upon request from the Employees Retirement System of Texas. The deadline for receipt of the proposals in response to this request will be 5:00 p.m. on March 1, 1994. The ERS reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals submitted. The ERS is under no legal requirement to execute a resulting contract on the basis of this advertisement. The ERS intends to use responses as a basis for further negotiations of specific project details. The ERS will base its choice on cost, demonstrated competence, superior qualifications, and evidence of conformance with the RFP criteria. This RFP does not commit the ERS to pay any costs incurred prior to execution of a contract. Issuance of this material in no way obligates the ERS to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of a response. The ERS specifically reserves the right to vary all provisions set forth at any time prior to execution of a contract where the ERS deems it to be in the best interest of the State of Texas. For further information regarding this notice, or to obtain copies of the RFP instructions, please contact James W. Sarver, Director, Group Insurance Division, Employees Retirement System of Texas, 18th and Brazos, P.O. Box 13207, Austin, Texas, 78711-3207, (512) 867-3217. Issued in Austin, Texas on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435411 Charles D. Travis Executive Director Employees Retirement System of Texas Filed: January 31, 1994 Texas Department of Health Licensing Actions for Radioactive Materials The Texas Department of Health has taken actions regarding licenses for the possession and use of radioactive materials as listed in the table below. The subheading labeled "Location" indicates the city in which the radioactive material may be possessed and/or used. The location listing " Throughout Texas" indicates that the radioactive material may be used on a temporary basis at job sites throughout the state. [graphic] In issuing new licenses and amending and renewing existing licenses, the Texas Department of Health, Bureau of Radiation Control, has determined that the applicants are qualified by reason of training and experience to use the material in question for the purposes requested in accordance with Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation in such a manner as to minimize danger to public health and safety or property and the environment; the applicants' proposed equipment, facilities, and procedures are adequate to minimize danger to public health and safety or property and the environment; the issuance of the license(s) will not be inimical to the health and safety of the public or the environment; and the applicantes satisfy any applicable special requirements in the Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation . This notice affords the opportunity for a hearing on written request of a licensee, applicant, or person affected within 30 days of the date of publication of this notice. A person affected is defined as a person who is resident of a county, or a county adjacent to the county, in which the radioactive materials are or will be located, including any person who is doing business or who has a legal interest in land in the county or adjacent county, and any local government in the county; and who can demonstrate that he has suffered or will suffer actual injury or economic damage due to emissions of radiation. A licensee, applicant, or person affected may request a hearing by writing Richard A, Ratliff, P.E., Acting Chief, Bureau of Radiation Control (Director, Radiation Control Program), 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas, 78756-3189. Any request for a hearing must contain the name and address of the person who considers himself affected by agency action, identify the subject license, specify the reasons why the person considers himself affected, and state the relief sought. If the person is represented by an agent, the name and address of the agent must be stated. Copies of these documents and supporting materials are available for inspection and copying at the office of the Bureau of Radiation Control, Texas Department of Health, The Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Texas, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday (except holidays). Issued in Austin, Texas, on Janury 25, 1994. TRD-9435276 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: January 27, 1994 Notice of Intent to Revoke Certificates of Registration Pursuant to Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation (TRCR), Part 13, (25 Texas Administrative Code sec.289.112), the Bureau of Radiation Control (bureau), Texas Department of Health (department), filed complaints against the following registrants: Healthco International, Richardson, R06724; Hillcrest Clinic, Vernon, R05412; Oran L. Troegle, D.D.S., Mesquite, R06474; Herbert R. Melch, M.D., Fort Worth, R11836; Backpain of Houston, Houston, R16902, R16903, 16905, and R16908; Lasermatic Incorporated, Dallas, Z00498. The department intends to revoke the certificates of registration; order the registrants to cease and desist use of radiation machine(s); order the registrants to divest themselves of such equipment; and order the registrants to present evidence satisfactory to the bureau that they have complied with the orders and the provisions of the Health and Safety Code, Chapter 401. If the fee is paid within 30 days of the date of each complaint, the department will not issue an order. This notice affords the opportunity to the registrants for a hearing to show cause why the certificates of registration should not be revoked. A written request for a hearing must be received by the bureau within 30 days from the date of service of the complaint to be valid. Such written request must be filed with Richard A. Ratliff, P.E., Acting Chief, Bureau of Radiation Control (Director, Radiation Control Program), 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756-3189. Should no request for a public hearing be timely filed or if the fee is not paid, the certificates of registration will be revoked at the end of the 30-day period of notice. A copy of all relevant material is available for public inspection at the Bureau of Radiation Control, Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except holidays). Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1994. TRD-9435402 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel, Office of General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: January 31, 1994 Notice of Intent to Revoke Radioactive Material Licenses Pursuant to Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation (TRCR), Part 13, (25 Texas Administrative Code sec.289.112), the Bureau of Radiation Control (bureau), Texas Department of Health (department), filed complaints against the following licensees: Texas Clinical Laboratories, Houston, G01466; Allen Engineering and Testing, Inc., Friendswood, L02863; Petrofac Incorporated, Tyler, L02363; S. H. Tolliver Company, San Antonio, L02394; Scientific Tubular Inspection, Friendswood, L04631. The department intends to revoke the radioactive material licenses; order the licensees to cease and desist use of such radioactive materials; order the licensees to divest themselves of the radioactive material; and order the licensees to present evidence satisfactory to the bureau that they have complied with the orders and the provisions of the Health and Safety Code, Chapter 401. If the fee is paid within 30 days of the date of each complaint, the department will not issue an order. This notice affords the opportunity to the licensees for a hearing to show cause why the radioactive material licenses should not be revoked. A written request for a hearing must be received by the bureau within 30 days from the date of service of the complaint to be valid. Such written request must be filed with Richard A. Ratliff, P.E., Acting Chief, Bureau of Radiation Control (Director, Radiation Control Program), 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756-3189. Should no request for a public hearing be timely filed or if the fee is not paid, the radioactive material licenses will be revoked at the end of the 30-day period of notice. A copy of all relevant material is available for public inspection at the Bureau of Radiation Control, Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except holidays). Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1994. TRD-9435401 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel, Office of General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: January 31, 1994 Texas HIV/STD Medication Program Funding for Mail-Order Pharmacy Services Request for Proposals The Texas HIV/STD Medication Program announces a Request for Proposal (RFP) for funding a pilot program to provide mail-order pharmacy services for HIV- infected persons. The contract period will be April 1, 1994-March 31, 1995. The funds targeted for this pilot program are $25,000. The RFP is available to all pharmacies licensed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy and approved to provide mail-order prescription medications throughout the State of Texas upon request from the Texas HIV/STD Medication Program, 1100 West 49th Street, Warehouse Building, Room 233, Austin, Texas 78756, or by calling (512) 458-7357. To be considered for funding, all applications must be received by the HIV/STD Medication Program no later than 5:00 p.m. on February 15, 1994. Questions should be directed to Sheral T. Skinner at the HIV/STD Medication Program at (512) 458-7357. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1994. TRD-9435403 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel, Office of General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: January 31, 1994 Texas Health and Human Services Commission Public Notice The Health and Human Services Commission State Medicaid Office has received approval from the Health Care Financing Administration to amend the Title XIX Medical Assistance Plan by Transmittal Number 93-92, Amendment Number 417. The amendment permits military hospitals to enroll in the Texas Medicaid program as emergency hospitals. The amendment is effective October 1, 1993. If additional information is needed, please contact Genie DeKneef at (512) 338- 6509. Issued in Austin, Texas on January 26, 1994. TRD-9435340 Bryan P. Sperry Deputy Commissioner Texas Health and Human Services Commission Filed: January 28, 1994 Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Request for Proposal The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is seeking proposals for technical advisors to assist the Department in the implementation of a Quality Control Plan for the selling and servicing of mortgages or participating interests for TDHCA's Single Family Bond Programs. In order for the Department to become an approved Fannie Mae lender, a Quality Control Plan must be devised to assure the Department's compliance with Fannie Mae's standards regarding the selling and servicing of these mortgages or participating interests. The person or organization chosen must have knowledge of Fannie Mae's guidelines and standards in order to structure an acceptance plan. Proposals must be received by TDHCA no later than 5:00 p.m. February 14, 1994. Furthermore, the TDHCA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals submitted. TDHCA is under no obligation to execute a contract on the basis of this RFP. TDHCA intends to use responses as a basis for further negotiation of specific details with potential contractors. To obtain additional information regarding this notice, please contact: Wiley Hopkins, Bond Programs Manager, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, Texas 78711-3941, (512) 475-2116. Issued in Austin, Texas on January 27, 1994. TRD-9435285 Henry Flores Executive Director Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Filed:January 28, 1994 Texas Department of Human Services Request For Proposals-Texas Child Care Magazine Development Contract The Texas Department of Human Services (TDHS) announces a request for proposals (RFP) for services relating to Texas Child Care (TCC) magazine. Required services include development of editorial and photographic content, subscription management, sale of back issues, and magazine promotion. Description of Required Services: the successful contractor must carry out activities necessary to complete the content of four issues of the magazines a year, including: scheduling, attending, and managing four annual planning meetings; organizing, scheduling, and monitoring the necessary steps from conception to completion of each magazine; managing the overlap of as many as three issues in different stages of development at any given time; Developing the editorial copy for all information in TCC magazine; selecting topics which maintain a balance of information related to infants and toddlers, preschool and school-age children, center and day-home-based care, daily indoor and outdoor activities, nutrition, and health/safety; submitting art ideas; assisting in the development of photographs for TCC; keeping a back-up file of articles to use in an emergency; coordinating with other TDHS staff as necessary to accommodate the needs of other states to whom TDHS sells the generic portion of TCC; and maintaining, under supervision from TDHS, an Editorial Review Committee to evaluate manuscripts and books submitted to TCC by outside sources. The successful contractor must manage and work to increase a TCC paid subscription list currently at 700 names. Management includes new subscriptions, subscription renewals, promoting subscriptions, and generating computerized labels for each issue of TCC. The successful contractor must manage available back issues of TCC magazines and fill back-issue requests as they are received. This contract requires a minimum of two people: the Editor must have expertise in early childhood development and writing; and the Copy Editor must have expertise in editing. Additional staff may include administrative and clerical staff support, but TDHS Media Services provides courtesy editing, graphic design, photography, and layout. The successful Contractor's editor, copy editor, and persons in charge of subscription management and sale of back issues must be available to confer with TDHS personnel at the John H. Winters Building, 701 West 51st Street, Austin, Texas at any time. Frequent meetings and on-site work sessions may be necessary on short notice; deliverables must be submitted to TDHS at this address. The successful Contractor must provide TDHS with final editorial copy on a computer disk compatible with the TDHS computer system (either IBM or Macintosh format). The successful contractor must have previous experience, especially in the area of magazine content development. Closing Date: Proposals will only be considered for award if they are received by the TDHS contact person before 5 p.m. on Friday, February 25, 1994. Amount: The total amount of this contract is not to exceed $80,000. Offeror's Conference: TDHS will hold an offeror's conference regarding this RFP from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on February 15, 1994 in Room 103-W (West Tower) at the John H. Winters Building, 701 West 51st Street, Austin, Texas. Telephone Taylor Skaar at (512) 450-4562 for more information. At the conference, TDHS will give potential offerors in-depth information on the requirements of the RFP package. Procurement Process: TDHS will select a contractor based on competitive negotiation. To be considered for this contract, interested parties must submit a proposal and may only submit one proposal. The proposal must be submitted on an RFP package provided by TDHS. Evaluation and Selection: Evaluation criteria: Cost 35%, Quality of Personnel 25%, Quality of Sample Work 25%, Understanding of TCC Magazine 15%. Contact Person: To obtain an RFP package contact person Taylor Skaar, TCC Managing Editor, Mail Code E-311, Texas Department of Human Services, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. (512) 450-4562 or FAX: (512) 450-3864. Interested parties may request information about this RFP and a copy of the RFP package itself until the closing date of 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 22, 1994. However, TDHS advises interested parties to request information as soon as possible to leave sufficient time to prepare a response. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435418 Nancy Murphy Section Manager, Policy and Document Support Texas Department of Human Services Filed: January 31, 1994 Texas Department of Insurance Company License The following applications have been filed with the Texas Department of Insurance and are under consideration: 1. Application for Incorporation in Texas for Community First Health Plans, Inc., a domestic health maintenance organization. The home office is in San Antonio, Texas. 2. Application for Incorporation in Texas for Community Health Plan, a domestic health maintenance organization. The home office is in Dallas, Texas. 3. Application for admission in Texas for Financial Pacific Insurance Company, a foreign fire and casualty company. The home office is in Sacramento, California. 4. Application for name change in Texas for Colonial Penn Annuity and Life Insurance Company, a foreign life, accident, and health company. The proposed new name is John Hancock Life Insurance Company of America. The home office is in Wilmington, Delaware. 5. Application for name change in Texas for The Millers Casualty Insurance Company of Texas, a domestic fire and casualty company. The proposed new name is Millers Casualty Insurance Company. The home office is in Fort Worth, Texas. Application for Incorporation in Texas for The Reliable Life Insurance Company of Texas, a domestic life, accident, and health company. The home office is in Houston, Texas. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435387 Linda K. von Quintus-Dorn Chief Clerk Texas Department of Insurance Filed: January 31, 1994 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Bankruptcy Notice Notice of an Application by Roman Forest Public Utility District Number 4 for Authorization to Proceed in Federal Bankruptcy. The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission has received an application by Roman Forest Public Utility District Number 4 (the District), in care of J. Ron Young, Young & Brooks, 1415 Louisiana, Fifth Floor, Houston, Texas 77002- 7349 for Authorization to Proceed in Federal Bankruptcy. The application has been authorized by the Board of Directors of the District. A hearing will be held no less than 30 days from the date of this notice. The District seeks to obtain Commission authorization to file for protection under Chapter 9 of the Federal Bankruptcy Code, 11 United States Code, sec.901- 941, as amended. The District is proposing to seek Bankruptcy Court approval of a plan of adjustment of the District's debts. The plan proposes to secure the bonds and make debt service payments from funds derived by the District from any net proceeds derived by the District from the sale of property foreclosed on for delinquent taxes and standby fees, after establishing a sufficient operating reserve; and the levy of an ad valorem tax at a constant annual rate of $1.25 per $100 assessed value of taxable property in the District while the bonds are outstanding, with the right reserved to the District to reduce the rate to $1.00, if necessary to enhance the marketability and sales price for property within the District. The Commission shall investigate the financial condition of the District, including its assets, liabilities and sources of revenues, to determine if the District cannot, through the full exercise of its rights and powers under the laws of this state, reasonably expect to meet its debt and other obligations as they mature. If the Commission determines that the District is not able to meet its debt and other obligations as they mature, the Commission may authorize the District to proceed in bankruptcy. If, however, the Commission determines the District is able to meet its debt and other obligations, the Commission shall deny the District's application. Hearing Authority. Section 50.060 of the Texas Water Code, and 30 TAC sec.293.88, Rules of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission. Any person wishing to protest the application of the District is requested to file a written notice of such protest with the Water Utilities Division of the Commission within 30 days of the date of this notice. The protest should specifically "request a public hearing", briefly state the persons's interest in the application and the reasons for the protest. Written protests should be submitted to the Water Utilities Division, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, Attention: Susan Walton. If the Commission determines that the protest shows reason that the District is able to meet its debt and other obligations, or than an evidentiary public hearing would serve the public interest, the Commission may direct the Office of Hearing Examiners to conduct an evidentiary public hearing, after issuance of proper and timely notice of the hearing. Copies of the protest must be furnished to the District. Information concerning participation in hearings may be obtained by contacting the Public Interest Counsel at the same address or at (512) 239-6363. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this hearing and who may need auxiliary aids or services (such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, large print, or braille) are requested to contact Mamie M. Black in the Office of the Chief Clerk at (512) 463-8537 at least two work days prior to the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 24, 1994. TRD-9435246 Gloria A. Vasquez Chief Clerk Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: January 26, 1994 Enforcement Orders Pursuant to the Texas Water Code, which states that if the commission finds that a violation has occurred and a civil penalty is assessed, the commission shall file notice of its decision in the Texas Register not later than the tenth day after the date on which the decision is adopted, the following information is submitted. An agreed enforcement order was entered regarding the George King (Unauthorized MSW Number 32208) on January 14, 1994, assessing $64,400 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting E. J. Bernacki, Staff Attorney, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. An agreed enforcement order was entered regarding the Plantation Foods, Inc. (Sulak Farm) (No Permit) on January 14, 1994, assessing $8,300 in administrative penalties. Stipulated penalties was also imposed. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kathy Keils, Staff Attorney, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. An agreed enforcement order was entered regarding Billy Pearson J (License Number 625W) on January 14, 1994, assessing $1,500 in administrative penalties with $500 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kathy Keils, Staff Attorney, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. An agreed enforcement order was entered regarding the Meklo, Inc. doing business as Eltex Chemical and Supply Company (SWR 30271) on January 14, 1994, assessing $77,600 in administrative penalties with $19,400 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Bill Ballard, Staff Attorney, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. An agreed enforcement order was entered regarding the Francisco Huerta (License Number 1433W) on January 14, 1994, assessing $750 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kathy Keils, Staff Attorney, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. An agreed enforcement order was entered regarding the Tommy Arnold (License Number 2096WPK) on January 14, 1994, assessing $500 in administrative penalties with $250 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kathy Keils, Staff Attorney, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, (512) 239-0600. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 24, 1994. TRD-9435274 Gloria A. Vasquez Chief Clerk Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: January 27, 1994 Extension of Deadline for Written Comments In the December 24, 1993, issue of the Texas Register (18 TexReg 9958), the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) published a notice of public hearings on proposed rule amendments to be held January 24, 26, and 27, 1994. The purpose of the hearings was to receive testimony on proposed revisions to TNRCC Chapter 115. The deadline of February 11, 1994, for receipt of written comments has been extended to February 25, 1994. All comments at the hearings, as well as written comments received by 4:00 p.m. on February 25, 1994, at the TNRCC central office in Austin, will be considered by the commission prior to any final decision on the proposal. Copies of the proposal are available from the TNRCC Air Quality Planning Division, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, and at all regional offices of the agency. For further information, call Amba Mann at (512) 239-1930. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435390 Mary Ruth Holder Director, Legal Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: January 31, 1994 Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Administrative Actions The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) Staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed Orders (AOs) pursuant to the Texas Clean Air Act, sec.382.096, Health and Safety Code, Chapter 382. The Act, sec.382.096, requires that the TNRCC may not approve these AOs unless the public has been provided an opportunity to submit written comments. Section 382.096 requires that notice of the proposed orders and of the opportunity to comment must be published in the Texas Register no later than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period closes, which in this case is March 5, 1994. Section 382.096 also requires that the TNRCC promptly consider any written comments received and that the TNRCC may withhold approval of an AO if a comment indicates the proposed AO is inappropriate, improper, inadequate or inconsistent with the requirements of the Texas Clean Air Act. Additional notice is not required if changes to an AO are made in response to written comments. A copy of each of the proposed AOs is available for public inspection at both the TNRCC's Central Office, located at 12124 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-0600 and at the following applicable Regional Office. Written comments about these AOs should be sent to the Staff Attorney designated for each AO at the TNRCC's Central Office at P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711- 3087 and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on March 5, 1994. Written comments may also be sent by facsimile machine to the Staff Attorney at (512) 239-0606. The TNRCC Staff Attorneys are available to discuss the AOs and/or the comment procedure at the listed phone numbers; however, sec.382.096 provides that comments on the AOs should be submitted to the TNRCC in writing. Company: Abate and Tusa Gin (Modification to Agreed Board Order Number 91- 08(a)), Location: Bremond, Robertson County, Type of Facility: cotton gin, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.4, nuisance level emissions. Modifications of this order is proposed because of improvements in emission control resulting from requirements of Agreed Board Order Number 91-08(a). New operating practices are being allowed. Penalty: $0.00 (no additional penalty), Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 500 Lake Air Drive, Suite 1, Waco, Texas 76710, (817) 772-9240. Company: American Spincast, Location: Belton, Bell County, Type of Facility: centrifugal casting facility, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.116.110(a), constructed and operated a furnace, a sandblasting/gritblasting operation, and a mold lining operation without first obtaining a permit or qualifying for a standard exemption. Penalty: $0.00, Staff Attorney: Peter T. Gregg, (512) 239- 0450, Regional Office: 500 Lake Air Drive, Suite 1, Waco, Texas 76710, (817) 772-9240. Company: Belvan Corporation, Midway Lane Gas Plant, Location: Ozona, Crockett County, Type of Facility: gas sweetening plant, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.20(1), failure to comply with applicable new source performance standards for equipment leaks of volatile organic compounds from onshore natural gas processing plants; failure to comply with the recordkeeping requirements; and failure to comply with initial and semi-annual reporting requirements; TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.116.115, failure to comply with monitoring and testing requirements and failure to comply with Special Provision 5 of TNRCC Permit R- 9824. Penalty: $2,000, Staff Attorney: Peter T. Gregg, (512) 239-0450, Regional Office: 301 West Beauregard Avenue, Suite 202, San Angelo, Texas 76903, (915) 655-9479. Company: Buck's Barbecue, Location: Sweetwater, Nolan County, Type of Facility: barbecue restaurant, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.4, nuisance level smoke and odor emissions. Penalty: $1,500, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 209 South Danville, Suite B-200, Abilene, Texas 79605, (915) 698-9674 or 1700 South Lamar Boulevard, Building 1, Number 101, Austin, Texas 78704-3360, (512) 463-7803. Company: City of Austin, Location: Austin, Travis County, Type of Facility: water and waste water maintenance center, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.4, nuisance level dust emissions. Penalty: $0.00, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 500 Lake Air Drive, Suite 1, Waco, Texas 76710, (817) 772-9240. Company: City of San Angelo, Location: San Angelo, Tom Green County, Type of Facility: waste water treatment plant, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.4, nuisance level odors. Penalty: $0.00, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 301 West Beauregard Avenue, Suite 202, San Angelo, Texas 76903, (915) 655-9479. Company: Dobbs Auto Sales, Location: Bacliff, Galveston County, Type of Facility: motor vehicle sales operation, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.114.1(c), offering for sale in the State of Texas motor vehicles which were not equipped with the emission control systems or devices with which the motor vehicles were originally equipped. Penalty: $500, Staff Attorney: Katharine Marvin, (512) 239-0452, Regional Office: 5555 West Loop, Suite 300, Bellaire, Texas 77401, (713) 666-4964. Company: Occidental Chemical Corporation, Location: Deer Park, Harris County, Type of Facility: organic chemical manufacturing plant, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.20(2), which requires compliance with Federal National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPS) Subpart F, which are the standards for vinyl chloride, these violations also violated TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.116.115 by violating special provision Number 10 of TNRCC Permit Number R-4943, and violated the Texas Clean Air Act, sec.382.085(b), by violating Agreed Board Order Numbers 88-08(s), 89-06(p), 90-01(s), 90-05(k), 90-07(k), 91- 01(m), and 92-03(g). Penalty: $16,500, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 5555 West Loop, Suite 1, Bellaire, Texas 76710, (713) 666-4064. Company: Petrofac, Incorporated, Location: Gresham, Smith County, Type of Facility: metal fabrication plant, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.116.110, unauthorized construction and operation of a surface coating operation. Penalty: $5,025, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 1304 South Vine Avenue, Tyler, Texas 75701, (903) 595-2639. Company: Pride Refining, Inc., Location: Abilene, Jones County, Type of Facility: a refinery, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.20(1), which requires compliance with federal new source performance standards (NSPS). Penalty: $10,000, Staff Attorney: Katharine Marvin, (512) 239-0452, Regional Office: 209 South Danville, Suite B-200, Abilene, Texas 79605, (915) 698-9674. Company: Pro's Truck & Auto Body, Location: Odessa, Ector County, Type of Facility: paint shop facility, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.4, nuisance level odor emissions. Penalty: $1,000, Staff Attorney: Peter T. Gregg, (512) 239-0450, Regional Office: 1901 East 37th Street, Suite 101, Odessa, Texas 79762, (915) 367-3871 or 301 West Beauregard Avenue, Suite 202, San Angelo, Texas 76903, (915) 655-9479. Company: San Angelo By-Products (a Division of Darling Delaware Company, Inc.), Location: San Angelo, Tom Green County, Type of Facility: rendering plant, Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.116.115 and sec.116.116, by failing to install scrubber as required and represented, as well as failing to conduct deodorizing chemical treatment and install odor detection equipment, while also failing to properly maintain the condenser manifold and failing to burn noncondensible vapors in the boilers; TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.6, failing to report an upset condition; TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.4, nuisance level emissions. Penalty: $14,800, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 1901 East 37th Street, Suite 101, Odessa, Texas 79762, (915) 367-3871 or 301 West Beauregard Avenue, Suite 202, San Angelo, Texas 76903, (915) 655-9479. Company: Star Enterprise, Location: Port Neches, Jefferson County, Type of Facility: petroleum refining and storage plant at time of the violations (as of April 28, 1993, became only a marine terminal and storage plant), Rule Violated: TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101. 4, nuisance level emissions; TNRCC Rule 30 TAC sec.101.6, failing to report an upset condition in a timely manner. Penalty: $9,000, Staff Attorney: Walter Ehresman, (512) 239-0573, Regional Office: 3870 Eastex Freeway, Suite 110, Beaumont, Texas 77703, (409) 898-3838. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1994. TRD-9435412 Mary Ruth Holder Director, Legal Services Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: January 31, 1994 Notice of Opportunity to Comment on Permitting Actions The following applications are subject to a Commission resolution adopted August 18, 1993, which directs the Commission's Executive Director to act on behalf of the Commission and issue final approval of certain permit matters. The Executive Director will issue the permits unless one or more persons file written protests and/or requests for hearing within ten days of the date notice concerning the application(s) is published in the Texas Register. If you wish to request a public hearing, you must submit your request in writing. You must state your name, mailing address, and daytime phone number; the permit number or other recognizable reference to this application; the statement "I/we request a public hearing"; a brief description of how you, or the persons you represent, would be adversely affected by the granting of the application; a description of the location of your property relative to the applicant's operations; and your proposed adjustment to the application/permit which would satisfy your concerns and cause you to withdraw your request for hearing. If one or more protests and/or requests for hearing are filed, the Executive Director will not issue the permit and will forward the application to the Office of Hearings Examiners where a hearing may be held. If no protests or requests for hearing are filed, the Executive Director will sign the permit ten days after publication of this notice or thereafter. If you wish to appeal a permit issued by the Executive Director, you may do so by filing a written Motion for Reconsideration with the Chief Clerk of the Commission no later than 20 days after the date the Executive Director signs the permit. Requests for a public hearing on this application should be submitted in writing to the Chief Clerk's Office, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-7875. Application Numbers 30249-S and 30250-S by WRE Utilities, Inc. to transfer Water CCN Number 12256 and Sewer CCN Number 20715 from DBC Utilities, Inc. in Montgomery County, Texas. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435376 Gloria A. Vasquez Chief Clerk Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: January 28, 1994 Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Authority Notice of License Application Information Meeting In accordance with the Health and Safety Code, sec.402.152, the Authority has submitted a license application to the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission for the operation of a low-level radioactive waste disposal facility in Hudspeth County. Copies of the license application are available for viewing at Austin office of the Texas Low-level Radioactive Waste Disposal Authority, 7701 North Lamar, Suite 300, Austin, Texas (512) 451-5292, and the Sierra Blanca office at 203 FM 1111 South, Sierra Blanca, Texas (915) 369-3391. Authority staff will be available to answer questions concerning this license application on Tuesday, February 8, 1994, from 8:00 a.m. to Noon in their offices at 7701 North Lamar Boulevard, Suite 300, Austin, Texas (512) 451-5292. For more information, please contact Adriana Riojas, Public Information Office at (512) 451-5292. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 27, 1994. TRD-9435253 Lee H. Mathews Deputy General Manager and Legal Counsel Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Authority Filed: January 27, 1994 Texas Office of State-Federal Relations Request for Applications-State Match Pool The Office of State-Federal Relations announces a pilot program to provide State agencies with a source of State funds to meet the matching monies requirements of federal discretionary grant programs. Often, State agencies are eligible to apply for federal funds, but lack the necessary match amount within their own budget. The goal of the State Match Pool pilot program is to increase opportunities for state agencies to engage in enterprising, innovative projects that benefit the Texas economy by increasing their opportunities to obtain state funds to match federal discretionary grant funds for these projects. An appropriation of $10 million is available to be awarded to state agencies during the 1994-1995 biennium. State Match Pool funds will only be awarded to state agencies to meet the matching monies requirements of federal discretionary grant programs under which funds currently are available to be awarded. The applicant to the State Match Pool must be a state agency, but grant activities proposed by a state agency under a partnership with other state and non-state entities are encouraged. The pilot program gives preference to applications that include realistic projections of economic growth in the state as a direct outcome to be expected from completion of the proposed grant activities. Projects that shall not be considered for State Match Pool funding include projects proposed solely for the purposes of research, planning, curricular education, public transportation, public works, or continuation grants for any project. No minimum or maximum award amount has been set. However, the maximum award amount is clearly limited by the amount of the $10 million appropriation. It is recommended that requests for State Match Pool funding to a single project not exceed $2 million. In no case shall the amount of State Match Pool funds awarded to a single project exceed 40% of the total projected costs for that project. Commitment of State Match Pool funding to any project is subject to availability of funds. The Office of State-Federal Relations does not expect that every proposal to which State Match Pool funds have been committed will be accepted for federal funding. Therefore, the Office of State-Federal Relations may over- commit funds. Several solicitations requesting applications to the State Match Pool may be issued throughout the 1994-1995 biennium, depending on availability of funds. The present request for applications targets federal grant proposals that have already been submitted to a federal grant program. State agency applicants must already have been notified of an award by the federal program during the state's 1994 fiscal year and be in the process of actively negotiating a state match amount with the federal award program. Such negotiations must be threatened by insufficient state match funds within the agency's own budget. Standardized application forms must be completed and submitted as part of the application. Applications will be accepted anytime prior to 4:00 p.m. on February 25, 1994. Application forms, instructions, and other application information may be requested from Dr. Mary E. Lee, State Match Pool Administrator, Texas Office of State-Federal Relations at P.O. Box 13005, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-1803. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1994. TRD-9435384 Mary E. Lee State Match Pool Administrator Texas Office of State-Federal Relations Filed: January 31, 1994 Texas Department of Transportation Request for Applications Pursuant to Texas Civil Statutes, Article 4413(56), Oil Overcharge Restitutionary Act, the Texas Department of Transportation issues the following notice for solicitation of applications from local city governments to utilize certain funds available under a program to be administered by the department for the Office of the Governor. Notice of Invitation . The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), in conjunction with the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO), is issuing this request for applications. The applications shall be in the form of a completed Grant Application which is available from local TxDOT district offices. The United States Department of Energy recently approved a statewide Traffic Light Synchronization (TLS) program submitted by the SECO. This program will provide to local city governments across the state approximately $1 million for the optimization of traffic signal timing plans and the replacement of outdated equipment and/or installation of equipment necessary for the implementation of signal systems. These funds will help traffic engineers reduce unnecessary vehicle stops and delays through improved traffic signal timing. Significant fuel savings and a reduction in vehicle emissions should also be realized. The TLS funds will be expended through TxDOT on projects proposed by local city governments. Cities of all sizes will be eligible for program dollars and projects will be selected on a competitive basis. Up to 75% of project costs are eligible for reimbursement. However, not more than 70% of reimbursable costs can be earmarked for equipment. If a project is funded, the local government or TxDOT must pay a minimum 25% of the total direct costs of the project in matching funds and/or in-kind services. TxDOT will provide a local match when a project contains traffic signals that are maintained and operated by TxDOT, unless the local government and TxDOT agree otherwise. Before a grant application that contains TxDOT maintained and operated signals is prepared, the city must obtain approval of the proposed project from the local TxDOT district office. TxDOT local match will be proportional to project costs attributable to TxDOT traffic signals. Costs eligible for reimbursement under the program include: training local staff and/or consultants in the use of computer technology for the retiming of traffic signals; data collection; development and implementation of timing plans; replacement of outdated equipment and/or installation of equipment necessary for the implementation of signal systems (modernization of signal poles and mast arms are not eligible); and preparation of "before" and "after" studies. TLS program funds shall not be used to supplant or replace existing funds earmarked for specific signal projects. That is, if existing funds are authorized for signal expenditures, those funds may not be released and then replaced by TLS funds. The TLS program will target traffic control systems currently coordinated and controlled in a manner that permits implementation of multiple timing plans, i.e. timing plans that match traffic needs at different times of day. By focusing on traffic signal systems that currently have coordination capabilities, maximum energy savings can be realized with the available funds. However, isolated signals are also eligible under this program. Projects which propose the installation of signals where none presently exist will not be eligible. Additional information concerning the TLS program is included in the Grant Application Manual which is available from local district offices. Agency Contact. Additional information concerning the request for applications may be obtained by writing your local TxDOT district office or by contacting the Traffic Operations Division, 125 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 416-3122. Response Date. The completed Grant Application must be received by local TxDOT district offices on or before April 6, 1994. Applicants will be notified of selection or non-selection by May 31, 1994. Selection Criteria. Projects will be ranked and recommended for funding using the following criteria. 1. Operational Characteristics of the Traffic Signal System. Operational characteristics such as delay, average travel speed, average daily traffic, etc., will be considered to determine the amount of benefit improved signal timing can produce. 2. New Project Location. Projects proposing work on signals that have not been a part of previous programs will be considered first. The proposed traffic signal project area should not be scheduled to undergo major changes during the grant period that would change the physical layout of the streets, disrupt the data collection effort, or significantly alter traffic patterns and volumes. 3. City Past Performance with TLS Grants. Because of the short time frame of this program, cities who submitted "before" and "after" studies, quarterly progress reports, and requests for reimbursements in a timely manner during previous programs will be given additional consideration. 4. Other Considerations. Other criteria such as recent growth in the project area, date of last retiming effort, level of expansion over current effort, and certification that TLS funds will supplement and not supplant existing funds. These criteria will aid in determining where the need for TLS funds is greatest and where maximum benefit can be achieved. Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435371 Diane L. Northam Legal Administrative Assistant Texas Department of Transportation Filed: January 28, 1994 The University of Texas at Austin Request for Proposals: Texas Assistive Technology Partnership Dr. Brian R. Bryant, Project Director for the Texas Assistive Technology Partnership (TATP), has announced the availability of funds to establish Regional Demonstration Site Projects in Texas. The funded projects will exemplify innovative approaches to assistive technology service delivery, particularly for groups of individuals that are traditionally underserved. Objectives. A principal goal of the 1988 Technology-Related Assistance to Individuals with Disabilities Act (better known as the Tech Act) is to increase the probability that individuals of all ages and disabilities will be able to secure and maintain possession of assistive technology devices. The TATP seeks to enhance current service delivery efforts by supporting the development of a regional system of services through grants to public agencies and/or private organizations. Selected projects will be responsible for addressing the purposes of the Tech Act. Project funds will be used to supplement existing technology programs of the applying organizations. If no local program exists, applicants will be required to demonstrate a linkage with the closest service (e.g., Education Service Center, Texas Rehabilitation Commission). Selection criteria are weighted to give preference to organizations: with a documented history of assistive technology service provision and/or employment of individuals with disabilities; that will link with a local college or university to develop or expand preservice training programs or specialize in assistive technology; that recruit volunteers to serve as equipment "troubleshooters" to decrease assistive technology device "downtime" (i.e., the length of time that devices are out of service due to malfunctions); that will establish collaborative efforts among public agencies and other service providers to address the assistive technology needs of persons with disabilities; that meet the needs of people who are traditionally underserved; that employ paraprofessionals and professionals to collaboratively develop and deliver assistive technology services; and that use service coordination as a primary mode of assistive technology service improvement. Three projects will be granted up to $50,000 each during first year funding. Up to $30,000 is available for second year funding of each project. Who is eligible to apply. Eligible organizations are agencies, college, universities, and/or organizations (e.g., school systems, rehabilitation agencies) that currently provide assistive technology devices and/or services or that seek to do so. It is expected that persons with disabilities and their family members will serve as advisors in the grant writing and implementation phases. Application procedures. To be considered for funding, applications must be received by the TATP no later than March 1, 1994. Grant award notices will be made on or about March 15, 1994, with project implementation expected by April 1, 1994. An original and two copies of each application should be sent to: Dr. Brian R. Bryant, Project Director; Texas Assistive Technology Partnership; The University of Texas at Austin; Department of Special Education; EDB 306/35300; Austin, Texas 78712-1290. Applications will consist of a cover sheet, several narrative sections, budget form, and budget summary. The application should not exceed 15 pages, excluding required forms and appendices. Applications must be submitted on or before March 1, 1994. Inquiries. To receive a copy of the Request for proposals, contact the TATP via mail and the address above or call Dr. Bryant at (512) 471-7621. Method of payment. Payments for expenditures by the funded project will be made upon the submission of a voucher for services performed. The voucher is to be deemed acceptable by the TATP and is to be submitted in accordance with The University of Texas at Austin procedures. Review criteria. Applications will be reviewed and rated by an interagency team representing the TATP and other organizations that have not submitted proposals. Points will be awarded according to categories specified in the RFP as follows: Program Plan Narrative and Appropriateness of Budget (20 (10 points). Issued in Austin, Texas, on January 28, 1994. TRD-9435389 Arthur H. Dilly Executive Secretary to the Board of Regents The University of Texas System Filed: January 31, 1994